How To Fix >5471 - Trace for user &1 was switched off

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >5 -

• Message number: 471

• Message text: Trace for user &1 was switched off

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >5471 - Trace for user &1 was switched off ?

  The SAP error message 5471 indicates that the trace for a specific user has been switched off. This typically occurs in the context of performance analysis or debugging, where tracing is used to log user activities for further investigation.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The user trace for the specified user has been disabled or switched off.
  The tracing was manually stopped by an administrator or the user themselves.
  The system may have reached a limit on the number of active traces, leading to the automatic disabling of some traces.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Re-enable User Trace:
  
  Use transaction code ST01 (System Trace) or ST05 (SQL Trace) to enable the trace for the user again.
  In the trace settings, ensure that the user for whom you want to enable tracing is selected.
  
  
  
  Check Trace Settings:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the user profile settings to ensure that tracing is allowed for that user.
  Verify if there are any restrictions or settings that might prevent tracing.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Limits:
  
  Check if the system has reached its limit for active traces. You can do this by reviewing the system logs or using transaction SM21 (System Log).
  If the limit is reached, consider stopping some existing traces to free up resources.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to user tracing for any specific configurations or limitations that may apply to your system version.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support for more detailed troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ST01: System Trace
  ST05: SQL Trace
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding tracing issues.
  
  
  
  Performance Monitoring:
  
  User tracing is often used for performance monitoring and debugging. Ensure that you have a clear understanding of what you are trying to trace to avoid unnecessary overhead.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and re-enable tracing for the specified user.